Patient was educated on how to take emollient laxatives as follows: Take the liquid form of emollient laxative by measuring it with a proper measuring spoon to avoid overdosing on the medication. Mix the liquid emollient laxative thoroughly in a cup with about one or two oz. of fruit juice before drinking it. This will help contain the unpleasant nauseating sensation of the laxative. Take the pill after food at bedtime with an ounce of [...]

Patient was educated on emollient laxatives as follows: Emollient laxatives, also called stool softeners, are agents used to prevent episodes of constipation. Stool softeners mainly contain Docusate, which helps reduce the surface tension, by adding more water and lipid to the stool. Addition of more water and lipid prevents hardening of the stool and maintains it soft. Softening of stools help reduce the pain due to hemorrhoids and ease a bowel movement.